# GLP-1 RAs and Hair Loss—Evaluating and Managing a Potential Side Effect - Frankly Speaking Ep 478

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Published: 2026-03-30T05:30:00+00:00
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Duration seconds: 572

## Resource

Credits: 0.25 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ CME/CE Information and Claim Credit: https://www.pri-med.com/online-education/podcast/frankly-speaking-cme-478 Overview: As glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 RAs) become increasingly common in managing obesity, it is important for clinicians to recognize lesser-known adverse effects. This episode highlights the potential link between GLP-1 RAs and alopecia, equipping you to better evaluate, counsel, and manage patients reporting hair loss. Episode resource links: Alsuwailem OA, Alanazi R, Almutairi HM, Asiree RH, Almutairi W, Almutairi TM, Zamandar A, Alkhames S. Hair Loss Associated With Glucagon-Like Peptide-1 (GLP-1) Receptor Agonist Use: A Systematic Review. Cureus. 2025 Sep 16;17(9):e92454. Guest: Alan M. Ehrlich, MD, FAAFP Music Credit: Matthew Bugos Thoughts? Suggestions? Email us at FranklySpeaking@pri-med.com The views expressed in this podcast are those of Dr. Domino and his guests and do not necessarily reflect the views of Pri-Med.

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